The average train between Nelson and Sheffield takes 3h and the fastest train takes 2h 20m. There is a train service every few hours from Nelson to Sheffield. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Nelson and Sheffield. The earliest departure is at 5:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Nelson is at 10:57 PM which arrives into Sheffield at 11:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Burnley Central and take an average of 3h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Nelson to Sheffield? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Nelson to Sheffield. However, there are services departing from Nelson station and arriving at Sheffield station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.
Nelson to Sheffield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Burnley Manchester Road station.
Nelson to Sheffield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Sheffield station.
Book your Nelson to Sheffield train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and Cross Country.
The distance between Nelson and Sheffield is 69.7 km. The road distance is 127 km.
You can take a train from Nelson to Sheffield via Burnley Central, Burnley Manchester Road, and Leeds in around 2h 53m.